At China Culch in Cedar Creek, visitors were greeted by Ah Hoy (Shirley Iwata) with a living history presentation of the role that the Chinese played in the gold rush. A tour of the Chinese ovens that remain in the hillside was given by Ah Hoy as she explained the brutal living conditions during winter months. The Cedar Creek Tour was sponsored by the Mineral County Museum. and Historical Society (Photo courtesy of Peggy Temple)

September 2, 2023